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Professional Eye

Canon RF lenses are chosen by professionals around the world.

Canon has a long history of introducing innovative lenses with advanced optical technology. The effort to meet the high-level demands of professional photographers regardless of genre, time, or location, can be seen in our development of the EF lens series, and more recently, with RF lenses. RF lenses have become the “eyes” of professional photographers around the world, capturing the decisive moment in perfect detail. Here are some of the breathtaking images taken with these Canon lenses.

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U.S.A.

Lindsay Adler

  • woman in a dress posing in front of a city skyline

    EOS R5・RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM・300mm・1/5000 sec.・f/2.8・ISO100

    RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

    I created this image on my first shoot with the RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM. While this is not ‘typically’ a fashion lens, I wanted to see how I could combine the beautiful 300mm compression with the wide aperture. I took my beautiful model Paula to a park across from Manhattan, where I could place the cityscape out of focus behind her. This is one of many dramatic shots we captured that day! 

  • woman in a dress posing in front of a city skyline
  • woman in yellow with yellow wig in a field of wheat
  • woman in green and black in front of a green and black background
Lindsay Adler

Lindsay Adler

Fashion and beauty photographer Lindsay Adler has risen to the top of her industry as both a photographer/director and world-renowned photographic educator. Based in New York City, her fashion editorials have appeared in numerous publications including Marie Claire, Numero, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, and more. As a photographic educator, she is one of the most sought-after speakers internationally. Lindsay enjoys teaching on the industry's largest platforms and at the most prestigious events. She has worked with some of the top brands in photographic and related industries including Canon, Adobe, and Profoto. Her client list features a range includng NBC, Grey, Edelman, Pat McGrath Labs, Morphe, Aveeno, Unicef, Origins, Saatchi & Saatchi, and more. A clean, bold, and graphic style has become the hallmark of her work. Lindsay is renowned for her creativity, collaborating with designers and stylists in order to create fresh looks.

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Taiwan

Estrella Chuang

  • northern lights at night in iceland

    EOS R5・RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM・17mm・5 sec.・f/2.8・ISO4000

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    First time to capture tricoloured aurora dancing above the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon in Iceland. Aurora gave the most beautiful dance in the air, with the lake reflecting the richest colours ever.

  • northern lights at night in iceland
  • city in a sea of clouds
  • summer morning clouds on a green plain with mountians
Estrella Chuang

Estrella Chuang

Estrella Chuang has served as photographer for the Cultural Affairs Department in New Taipei City Government, in the Photographic Society of Taiwan, as a well-known lecturer at multiple universities, for the Photographic Society of Taiwan, as speaker for various firms, competition judge, and contract magazine photographer.
Once exhibited at the Luminous Photography Exhibition of UFO Broadcasting Co., Ltd., and Photography Exhibition of National Cheng Kung University Hospital, Estrella’s artwork was also serialized on Apple Daily Photography Works.
Estrella is also a frequent international photography winner, capturing huge competitions such as International Photography Awards™(IPA), The Prix de la Photographie, Paris (PX3), Tokyo International Foto Awards (TIFA), European Photography Awards, London Photography Awards, and New York Photography Awards.

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India

Sundeep Gajjar

  • motorcyclist resting in a green field with mountains

    EOS R3・RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM・34mm・1/640 sec.・f/4.5・ISO100

    RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM

    RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM

    In the background is the Eldborg volcanic crater in Iceland. I spotted this while on my 3,000 km ride around Iceland on a motorcycle. Iceland’s landscapes look surreal because of the volcanic formations and lack of trees in general. This was my 64th country on a motorcycle. I shot with Canon R3 using the versatile RF24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM lens that I choose when there’s less space.

  • motorcyclist resting in a green field with mountains
  • 2 motorcycles on a highway
  • muddy dune buggy
Sundeep Gajjar

Sundeep Gajjar

Sundeep coined the word MotoGrapher®, combining motorcycles and photography. In 2010 he launched xBhp national print magazine, which mainly focused on photography. This turned each issue into a coffee table book, creating the only lifestyle motorcycling magazine in India and one of two dedicated motorcycle magazines. The latest version, #roadTripUnited2021 concluded in 40 days in early 2021 with immense success: 18 million plus views on YouTube, 4 million plus views on Instagram, covered 10,000 km, brought together the world’s fastest bike and the largest capacity motorcycle, and united more than 20 prominent storytellers from the motorcycling domain who participated in the ride. Amongst other companies, Canon was also a partner in this. Sundeep covered 65 countries so far on motorcycles around the world, many with Canon. Canon has also appeared with Sunny on many occasions in xBhp print magazine and on social media.

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Philippines

Jijo De Guzman

  • water polo player winding up for a throw

    EOS R6 Mark II・RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM・300mm・1/1250 sec.・f/7.1・ISO1250

    RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

    Water Polo is such a special and unique sport. For one reason, it’s the only Olympic ball sport that is played in the water. In the photo is Philippines National Water Polo Team veteran Maui Valdez. When shooting sports, I always try to look for additional elements that can add dynamism to a shot and make it more compelling. Here, I captured the water movement as it trailed the ball after the player picked it up. This action was a delightful addition to the intense emotion of the player.

  • water polo player winding up for a throw
  • front shot of swimmer doing front crawl
  • basketball players shooting and being blocked
Jijo De Guzman

Jijo De Guzman

Jijo de Guzman is a multi-award-winning professional photographer and photography instructor based in Parañaque, Philippines. For a good number of years now, he's been one of the most sought-after Filipino sports photographers. But with deep interests in Street, Nature, Travel, and Landscape subjects, he is really a multi-genre shooter. As an instructor, he is also one of the most recognizable and respected in the country. Currently, he is a Brand Ambassador for Canon Philippines, ViewSonic colourPro, and Raptor Cases. He also works closely with SanDisk, Benro, and Lowepro.

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Germany

Radomir Jakubowski

  • front shot of bear in the forest

    EOS R5・RF400mm F2.8 L IS USM・400mm・1/320 sec.・f/2.8・ISO800

    RF400mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF400mm F2.8 L IS USM

    This image shows the European Brown Bear© taken in the Bavarian National Park. The brown bear is one of our biggest mammals in Europe, even if it’s a predator, and even though it is a carnivore, the brown bear generally eats a vegetarian diet. In past years, the population of brown bears, mainly in east Europe, has been increasing.

  • front shot of bear in the forest
  • alpine ibex on a slanted hill
Radomir Jakubowski
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Radomir Jakubowski

Born in Germany in 1987 to Polish parents who had fled communism, the bilingual photographer finished higher education with a diploma in economics. Instead of a life of numbers he chose to travel Europe shooting nature photography. Radomir inherited his passion from his hobbyist father, and began shooting as a child after receiving a camera as a communion gift from his grandmother. But it wasn't until he bought his second digital camera, a Canon PowerShot G3, that his creativity really came to life. “From then on my life was all about photography,” he recalls. “I read every photography magazine and book I could find and practised whenever I could.”

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South Korea

Jongryul, Lee

  • flock of birds taking off

    EOS R5・RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM・270mm・1/800 sec.・f/5.6・ISO320

    RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

    RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L
    IS USM

    I've captured the elegance of birds and the beauty of their habitats in my photography, showcasing the grace of their lives.

  • flock of birds taking off
  • flock of birds flying across water
  • Horned Grebe hidden in the reeds
  • Horned Grebe in the water
Jongryul, Lee
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Jongryul, Lee

Renowned as a nature documentary photographer representing South Korea
Canon Korea Masters photographer

With nearly two decades tenure as a photojournalist for a leading daily, he made a significant shift, departing from the newsroom to capture the everyday life of wild birds through the lens. His commitment to avian photography often spans over a decade for a single subject. Having gleaned insights into life from these creatures, he aspires to capture the world as seen through the eyes of birds, aligning his photography with the perspective of these majestic creatures.

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Taiwan

Wise Lee

  • The sunset reflect on Hehuan Mountain – Azalea

    EOS R5・RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM・15mm・1.3 sec.・f/22・ISO200

    The sunset reflect on Hehuan Mountain – Azalea

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    The long gone deadwood of Azalea preserved her beauty of figures under the dim of sunset, quietly waiting for destined photographer to document her glamour.

  • The sunset reflect on Hehuan Mountain – Azalea
  • The most beautiful night light - The Blue Tears of Matsu
  • The wonders of nature - bouldering sacred trees
Wise Lee

Wise Lee

Wise Lee, a Taiwanese photographer specializes in landscapes, mountains, and documentaries of cultural activity. Wise has traveled to dozens of countries and loves to deeply experience local culture while exploring unique photographic perspectives during his travel. He is currently the official partner photographer of Canon Marketing Taiwan, and the founder of the professional photography website PHOTOEXP. He is also a Taiwanese mountain guide and a travel photography tour leader. He often describes himself in this way: “I travel along the road of photography; and I explore the world along the road of travel.”

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Germany

Robert Marc Lehmann

  • close up of red kite eagle flying

    EOS R5・RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM・100mm・1/8000 sec.・f/5.6・ISO3200

    RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

    RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L
    IS USM

    The red kite, with the scientific name Milvus milvus, is a bird of prey with a graceful contrast of white and reddish brown. Because of its beauty, the red kite was overhunted in Europe to make stuffed birds (taxidermy), and its population declined rapidly. The precise AF performance of the RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM captures the graceful flight of this red kite from the front.

  • close up of red kite eagle flying
  • red kite eagle flying over water
Robert Marc Lehmann

Robert Marc Lehmann

Born in the former East German city of Jena, Robert's ethos stems from a childhood fascination with nature, which began while he was exploring local wildlife with his grandfather. This evolved into a keen interest in marine biology, spurred on by reading a book about sharks. “Nature has been my favourite topic for as long as I can remember,” reveals Robert. “I used to cut out pictures of marine animals from encyclopaedias, which made my mother really angry!”

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India

Rahul Sachdev

  • black and white photo of an impala

    EOS R5・RF70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM・70mm・1/2 sec.・f/2.8・ISO200

    The Soul

    RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

    A slow shutter and some fabulous work at high-ISOs by the EOS R5 allowed me to make this frame of an impala stag drinking at a waterhole in Kenya on a moonless night. I call it the Soul as that’s what it feels like with the trail left due to the slow shutter.

  • black and white photo of an impala
  • black and white photo of trees in a foggy swamp
  • black and white photo of an elephant carcass
Rahul Sachdev

Rahul Sachdev

With a deep-rooted passion for the wild and a keen artistic vision, Rahul has been engrossed in wildlife photography since 2004. Over the span of almost two decades, he has crafted a portfolio celebrated for its imaginative use of light and unparalleled creative insight. He finds his muse in nature's elements like snow, fire, dust, and rain. While the allure of breathtaking moments and documentary snapshots is undeniable, Rahul strives to draw attention to the sheer artistry inherent in nature. Augmenting his visual narrative, he contributes to platforms such as Visual Wilderness, Digital-Photography-School, and WildlifePhotographicMag, sharing insights and distinct viewpoints on wildlife photography. His artistic acumen has garnered global praise, notably the Nature’s Best Photography Award for Wildlife in 2017 and The MonoVision Photo Awards for Nature & Wildlife in 2023.

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Japan

Yuki Ueda

  • Everest

    EOS R5・RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM・24mm・1/320 sec.・f/18・ISO320

    Everest

    RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z

    RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z

    Everest. I wanted to see the world of the highest place on earth, so I set my sights on its summit. The black sky that reminded me of outer space. Extremely low temperatures that froze my body and soul. The fear of death that approached so close to me. When I overcame all that, there was nothing higher than me on earth. This is a record of my journey to the summit of the world’s highest peak.

  • Everest
  • Namaqualand
  • Humpback whale
Yuki Ueda
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Yuki Ueda

Born in Wakayama Prefecture in 1988. After graduating from Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, he embarked on a round-the-world trip at the age of 24, visiting 45 countries in 18 months. After returning to Japan, he joined Amana Inc. and became a freelance photographer in 2016. He is traveling and shooting in polar and remote areas around the world to bring images of unimaginable landscapes to larger audience. In recent years, he has been expanding the field of his activities to the range — from 8,000m peaks in the Himalayas to wildlife, underwater life, deserts, and Antarctica, and has attained the peaks of Manaslu (8,163m) in 2019 and Everest (8,848m) in 2021.

His main books include a photo book “Between the Sky and the Earth, the borderline between dream and reality —Everest” and a new book “The Sky of Everest” In 2017, he received the Canon “SHINES” Award 2017 (Shinagawa Kazuharu selection).

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U.S.A.

Roberto Valenzuela

  • two women in summer dresses posing

    EOS R5・RF100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM・251mm・1/160 sec.・f/2.8・ISO100

    RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM

    This is one of my favorite techniques I use for outdoor on-location photography. The technique consists of letting the shadow graphics from the nearby tree project on the wall behind the subjects but use a diffuser overhead to clean the light on the subject’s faces. Last, but not least, add a flash to make the subjects pop from the background with a large modifier to keep the lighting soft and flattering. This photo was taken with my absolute favorite lens, the Canon RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM. This lens can do it all!

  • two women in summer dresses posing
  • woman posing in front of some cactus
  • man posing for a photo
Roberto Valenzuela

Roberto Valenzuela

Roberto Valenzuela is a photographer, author, and educator in Beverly Hills, CA. As a member of the prestigious Canon Explorers of Light group, Roberto is considered to be one of the most influential photographers in the world. Roberto Valenzuela is one of the most well-known photography authors globally. His book trilogy Picture Perfect Practice, Picture Perfect Posing, and Picture Perfect Lighting have become staples in the photography industry and academic photography departments. The books have been translated into numerous languages, including German, Chinese, Indonesian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Korean. He has authored seven top-selling books. His new book series, Wedding Storyteller Vol. 1 and 2, are the top-selling wedding photography books in history.

Roberto Valenzuela is an avid educator and has been the keynote speaker at some of the largest photography conventions and events worldwide. He also teaches private workshops on posing, lighting, and wedding photography. Roberto Valenzuela is the founder of The Photo Creators Conference.

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Malaysia

Johnson Wee

  • Wedding couple with the Lone Wanaka Tree

    EOS R8・RF15-35mm F2.8L IS USM・24mm・1/160 sec.・f/5.6・ISO320

    Couple with the Lone Wanaka Tree

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    This wedding couple was so in awe of the famous Lone Wanaka Tree in Wanaka, New Zealand, but when we arrived there, we were totally gobsmacked due to the number of landscape photographers surrounding the famous tree. There were at least 30-40 photographers, all with their cameras on tripods, all of them enthusiastically enjoying the popular tree against the stunning backdrop. We politely asked if we could have a short 5 minutes, so that we could place the couple near the tree. The group of landscape photographers kindly obliged, and we created this memorable image within 3 minutes.

  • Wedding couple with the Lone Wanaka Tree
  • newly wed couple and old married couple
  • bride's long dress reaching down to groom
Johnson Wee

Johnson Wee

Johnson Wee is Asia’s most awarded wedding photographer. With multiple accolades under his belt, he is also Double Master of WPPI and Fellow of the MPA, UK. Johnson is Canon and Profoto Ambassador for his home country, Malaysia. He travels to the most fascinating locations in the corners of the globe to capture beautiful pre-wedding assignments for his clients. A veteran educator, he is also invited by various photography organizations such as WPPI, MPA, SWPP, PWS for workshops, speaking assignments, and as judge for their annual competitions.

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Canada

Kate Whyte

  • asian woman portrait

    EOS R5・RF85mm F1.2 L USM・85mm・1/125 sec.・f/7.1・ISO100

    RF85mm F1.2 L USM

    RF85mm F1.2 L USM

    The Canon RF85mm F1.2 L USM excels in capturing the essence of colour. The makeup corresponds with the backdrop colour creating a captivating composition. Every shade and texture on the model’s face is brought to life with vivid clarity. This remarkable optical quality ensures that every minute detail, from the shimmering pigment of eyeshadow to the softest contours of the lips, is impeccably sharp. In this beauty portrait, the RF85mm F1.2 L USM elevates the art of photography by emphasizing colour accuracy and sharpness resulting in a mesmerizing depiction of beauty.

    Model: Perth
    MUA: Karla Cruz

  • asian woman portrait
  • caucasian woman portrait
Kate Whyte

Kate Whyte

Kate Whyte is an award-winning commercial photographer living in Vancouver, Canada. Coming to photography from a graphic design background, her photographs feature strong compositional elements and refined post-production techniques. Her photos have been featured in publications like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and Marie Claire and she’s worked for clients like Profoto, Netflix, and Nars Cosmetics.

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Malaysia

Liew WK

  • orang-outan et son bébé dans la forêt

    EOS R7・RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM・500mm・1/200 sec.・f/7.1・ISO1600

    RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

    RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L
    IS USM

    A really amazing moment caught very early in the morning as an orangutan mummy was playing with her baby. They both noticed we were staring at them through binoculars and a camera... For the following 6-7 years, the infant will look after and accompany his mother while she learns survival tactics in the wild. Let us safeguard them by conserving their surroundings so we can continue to watch over this lovely creature in the future for generations to come.

  • orang-outan et son bébé dans la forêt
  • Wallace's Hawk-Eagle with her food on a tray
  • Dusky Eagle Owl flying and looking at camera
Liew WK

Liew WK

Liew WK’s interest in nature since youth spurred his interest in nature photography. Whether it is still or video imagery, he revels in capturing nature’s best floras and faunas. In 2005, around when digital photography took flight, he began taking nature photography seriously and specialized in insect macro shots, wildlife as well as landscape genres. For the past 7 to 8 years he spent an average of 250 days in the forest and his experience is highly sought-after, locally and across the region.

Among his notable mentions are:

  • • 1st Prize Winner of the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) Photo Competition in 2009
  • • The Official Photographer for the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment's Book "Rimba Bidor: A Gift to Nature."
  • • Being a frequent contributor to a local photography magazine

Liew believes that nature photography is now more important than ever. Apart from portraying the beauty of our environment, it helps to document and record nature conservation, wildlife protection, drive environmental action and he is committed to doing just that.

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Indonesia

Ranar Pradipto

  • boy rowing a canoe on a clear lake

    EOS R5・RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM・15mm・1/250 sec.・f/7.1・ISO1000

    Paradise of Paisupok Lake — Banggai Island, Central Sulawesi

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM

    This lake captivated me with its pristine clarity, presenting a transparent vista that surpasses any I have witnessed and captured.

  • boy rowing a canoe on a clear lake
  • sunrise on mountains in the clouds
  • people throwing chinese paper money with a festive boat in the background
Ranar Pradipto

Ranar Pradipto

Graduated with a Bachelor in Civil Engineering, and works as a Travel Photographer photographing Landscape, Nature, Culture and People. Has captured images in 38 Provinces of Indonesia and several other countries in Asia. Regularly contributes work to multiple travel magazines by providing stock photos and is the owner of POTRETINDONESIA a company that provides photography tour services throughout Indonesia and advanced photography workshops.

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Indonesia

Aldo Sinarta

  • asian woman portrait with red lighting

    EOS R5・RF85mm F2 MACRO IS STM・85mm・1/100 sec.・f/2・ISO100

    RF85mm F2 MACRO IS STM

    RF85mm F2 MACRO IS STM

    Double trouble with the RF85mm F2 MACRO IS STM. Zooming in wasn't merely about capturing details; it was a journey to unleash the power of expression. Each pixel transformed into a brushstroke, contributing to the larger-than-life canvas of emotions. I chose two colours — red and green — that either complement or contrast for maximum impact. Let's continue to keep the vibrant conversation alive!

  • asian woman portrait with red lighting
  • caucasian woman portrait
  • rock band posing in yellow mist
Aldo Sinarta

Aldo Sinarta

Aldo Sinarta has been on a captivating journey as a commercial and portrait photographer since 2009, seamlessly blending artistic vision with technical expertise. His passion for freezing moments in time is evident throughout his career. Notably, his involvement in creating movie posters adds an exciting dimension to his portfolio, contributing significantly to the visual storytelling in Indonesia's film industry.

Through his lens, Aldo Sinarta skillfully captures not only the essence of individuals in his portrait work but the visual identity of the country's cinematic landscape. His commitment to both commercial and artistic endeavors marks him as a versatile and influential figure in the world of photography.

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Philippines

Edwin Martinez

  • green quetzal bird on a tree branch

    EOS R5・RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x・ 560mm・1/500s・f/9・6400

    RF85mm F2 MACRO IS STM

    RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

    These are my favorite captures of the Resplendent Quetzal. According to National Geographic, the resplendent quetzal is an aptly named bird that many consider among the world's most beautiful. These vibrantly coloured animals live in the mountainous, tropical forests of Central America where they eat fruit, insects, lizards, and other small creatures.The resplendent quetzal is considered near threatened on the IUCN Red List, with habitat destruction being the main threat. It has an important role in Mesoamerican mythology, and is closely associated with Quetzalcoatl. Presently, it is the national animal of Guatemala, being pictured on the flag and coat of arms; it also gives its name to the country's currency, the Guatemalan quetzal.

  • green quetzal bird on a tree branch
  • closeup of a hummingbird
  • portrait of a king vulture
Edwin Martinez
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Edwin Martinez

A former medical and corporate professional, Edwin has found his niche and true calling in landscape photography. Still imbibed with the commitment and dedication for always achieving his best, these qualities are now his staples, whether he is shooting for clients or himself, mentoring photographers that join him in the tours that he guides in Iceland, Norway, Canada, the American west and other parts of the world or teaching in workshops under Wide Horizon Photo Adventure.
Edwin’s excellence has been recognized by brands that support his projects. By virtue of his acknowledged skill and influence, he has been tapped to field test and help in the launch of a number of new photography gear. His works have graced both local and overseas publications and websites. Edwin’s images surely speak the language that draws attention and leaves an indelible mark of excellence.

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Japan

Yusuke Okada

  • group of penguins walking on the beach

    EOS R6 Mark II・RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM・86mm・1/125・F2.8・640

    RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

    RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

    Early in the morning in the Falkland Islands, as the sky turns pink with the morning glow, king penguins and gentoo penguins are heading out to sea to hunt. At first glance, the scene looks peaceful. But lurking in the surf are their natural enemy, the sea lions (otters), waiting for them to enter the water. Their march to the sea is a tense, life-threatening event. As I lined up this shot, a rainbow appeared over the ocean. I snapped the shutter, hoping the penguins would be safe.

  • group of penguins walking on the beach
  • penguin leaning on another penguin
  • line of penguins walking through a flock of sheep
Japan Yusuke Okada
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Yusuke Okada

Born in Saitama Prefecture, Yusuke has worked as a freelance photographer since 2003. Having lived at length on Ishigaki Island, Okinawa and Oahu, Hawaii, he is currently based on the Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Yusuke is a wildlife photographer specializing in underwater photography of large marine mammals such as of dolphins in the Bahamas and Hawaii, humpback whales in Tonga, and manatees in Florida, as well as seaside animals such as polar bears in the Arctic Ocean and penguins in the Falkland Islands.
He also works as a concert photographer and publishes works for magazines and advertisements.

Awards:
National Geographic Japan 2009 - Grand Prize National Geographic International Photography Contest 2009 – Honorable mention
Nature's Best Photography Japan Photo Contest 2013 - Second Place

Publication:
KOTARO Penguin Being Sound of echo, Song of blue Horses in the wind

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